The latest fashion trend, embellished leg-wear, leggings have been around since the renaissance catering to both male as well as the female.
But a variety of leg-wear might be difficult to choose from , for the correct outfit which is why it becomes necessary to know the difference between what might be a tight and what is a legging.
Leggings are slightly thicker than tights and are used as substitutes for trousers and end right about the ankle or might sometimes even be of calf length. When wearing a tight one need not wear socks as they cover the feet as well while a legging does not.